Knorr, Unilever

Beef Gravy Pot

Barcode 8711200503896

Scanned 21 times by Nomi users

Yes — Beef Gravy Pot is ultra-processed.

The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA: yeast extract (pre-identified UPF ingredient), barley malt extract (industrially processed flavor enhancer), palm fat (highly processed refined palm oil), generic flavourings, and gelling agents (xanthan gum, locust bean gum, gellan gum). Presence of any such ingredient classifies the product as ultra-processed.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

beef stock (beef extract, water)(40%)
OK

corn starch

A refined starch extracted from corn, used as a thickening agent in foods.
OK

salt

Common mineral compound (sodium chloride) used as a seasoning and preservative across cuisines.
OK

sugar

Granulated sugar derived from sugarcane or sugar beets; a basic, single-ingredient sweetener.
OK

flavourings (contain wheat and barley)
OK

beef fat (3,5%)
UPF

Barley Malt Extract

Barley malt extract is a sweetener made from malted barley grains.
UPF

yeast extract

A flavor-enhancing extract produced from yeast cells, rich in amino acids and natural glutamates, commonly used to augment savory flavors.
OK

gelling agents (xanthan gum, locust bean gum, gellan gum)
OK

onion juice concentrate

Concentrated juice derived from onions, used as a flavoring or base ingredient in foods.
OK

spices (paprika, pepper)
OK

sunflower oil

A neutral-tasting culinary oil pressed from sunflower seeds, rich in unsaturated fats and commonly used for frying and dressings.
UPF

palm fat

A fat derived from the fruit of oil palm. Often a highly processed vegetable oil used in food production.
OK

herbs for b (thyme, bay leaves)
OK

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Common questions about Beef Gravy Pot

Is Beef Gravy Pot ultra-processed?

Yes — Beef Gravy Pot by Knorr, Unilever is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). The product contains several ultra-processed ingredients/additives according to NOVA: yeast extract (pre-identified UPF ingredient), barley malt extract (industrially processed flavor enhancer), palm fat (highly processed refined palm oil), generic flavourings, and gelling agents (xanthan gum, locust bean gum, gellan gum). Presence of any such ingredient classifies the product as ultra-processed.

Which ingredients in Beef Gravy Pot are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Beef Gravy Pot as ultra-processed markers: Barley Malt Extract, yeast extract, palm fat. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

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Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.